Council Member Farah N. Louis, Chair of the City Council Committee on Women and Gender Equity hosted her 5th Annual 2024 Shirley Chisholm Women of Distinction Celebration to recognize the achievements of influential women in New York City, breaking patriarchal barriers and blazing the trail, contributing to the betterment and enrichment of New York City’s public and civic life as well as business and economy.
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“Ultimately, we want to require every building to get inspected for radiators,” said Council Member Louis. “The bill that we put in place is to make sure if it’s a unit, definitely with children under 5, it should definitely be inspected.”
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“In June 2023, Brooklyn Councilmember Farah Louis…introduced a reparations task force bill (Intro 1082) that was partially withdrawn, edited, and reintroduced. Louis’s office said the bill is still active and will be introduced again this year as a package with similar bills on the books. During a reparations session at the annual New York State Association of Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic &
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“She taught us to fight, to stand on our values,” said Council Member Louis. “It’s important for us to create a pathway for young people to get the education they need, the support they need.”
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“I am proud to have lead the first Jingle Bell Rockout for the entire Flatbush Gardens community for the holidays, and to spread holiday cheer and gifts to our whole community this month,” said Council Member Louis. “With hundreds of toys distributed to our neighbors and families, I am honored to have led this amazing initiative along with the Flatbush Gardens Tenant Association, Elite Learners, and Clipper Equity in this joyous experience.”
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“The Brooklyn Canarsie Lions Club, Councilwoman Farah Louis and Community Board 18 District Manager Sue Ann Partnow joined neighbors and friends at the recently renovated Sunners Playground at Avenue H and East 49th Street to spread some holiday cheer at the playground’s first holiday lighting event on Thursday, December 14th.
The Lions donated the tree, decorations and lights, and refreshments were provided by Millennium Development Executive Director Paul Curiale.
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“This resolution [Resolution 0165-2022] is a call for reform in our reimbursement policies, to ensure they align with the realities faced by domestic violence shelters and the survivors they serve,” said Council Member Louis. “We must adjust our funding strategies to accommodate not just families but also single adults who are victims of domestic violence, who often face barriers to shelter access.
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“Grateful to have distributed over 2,000 turkeys and fresh produce to the community in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday,” said Council Member Louis. “Sincere gratitude to all community partners who contributed to ensuring that our community is well-served and all my partners in government.”
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“Investing in District 45’s youth, older adults and residents is an investment in New York City’s future, and I am delighted to have delivered the $141 million in funds to expand recreation space in Central Brooklyn for its families and, most importantly, East Flatbush scholars,” said Council Member Farah N. Louis. “The Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center is a long-overdue and much-needed investment in the betterment of our community.
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“I am excited to join the Brooklyn Nets and the community in welcoming the newly renovated basketball courts at Fox Playground, showcasing the teams’ unwavering commitment to the Flatlands neighborhood,” said Council Member Louis. “Their commitment to rescue, renovate, and revitalize basketball courts in Brooklyn with the mission of advancing social justice is truly admirable. I express my sincere gratitude to the Brooklyn Nets, the Joe and Clara Tsai Foundation, Mayor Adams, and Commissioner Sue Donoghue for working to create a better future for the Central Brooklyn communities through this initiative, which not only improves the aesthetics of our public spaces but also ensures that we have a safe and welcoming environment for our youth to thrive.”
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